Travel Director of Nursing Salary Guide
Average Travel Director of Nursing Salary
$2,997/week
The average salary for a Travel Director of Nursing is $2,997 per week. This is 27% higher than the nursing US average of $2,199.
Last updated on September 27, 2026. Based on 67 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.
Salaries for Travel Director of Nursing compared to Registered Nurse National Averages
$2,997/week
27% higher than the nursing US average.
$2,199/week
United States
Where do Travel Directors of Nursing get paid the most?
Montana pays Travel Director of Nursings the most, averaging $3,489 per week, followed by Iowa ($3,438) and Michigan ($3,210). Iowa has the highest ceiling, with max weekly pay reaching $4,434. For comparison, the national average for Travel Director of Nursings is $2,997 per week — Montana pays 16% more.
| State | Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Montana | $3,489 | $3,748 |
| Iowa | $3,438 | $4,434 |
| Michigan | $3,210 | $3,690 |
| Maine | $3,089 | $3,634 |
| New Mexico | $2,974 | $3,044 |
| Pennsylvania | $2,658 | $2,867 |
What cities pay the most for Travel Directors of Nursing?
York, Maine pays Travel Director of Nursings the most, averaging $3,355 per week, followed by Dallastown, Pennsylvania ($2,658). York, Maine also has the highest ceiling, with max weekly pay reaching $3,634. For comparison, the national average for Travel Director of Nursings is $2,997 per week — York, Maine pays 12% more.
| City | Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| York, Maine | $3,355 | $3,634 |
| Dallastown, Pennsylvania | $2,658 | $2,867 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Travel Director of Nursing jobs?
First Connect Health pays Travel Director of Nursings the most, averaging $4,216 per week, followed by Talent4Health ($3,975) and Niktor ($3,839). First Connect Health also has the highest ceiling, with max weekly pay reaching $4,531. For comparison, the national average for Travel Director of Nursings is $2,997 per week — First Connect Health pays 41% more.
| Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| First Connect Health | $4,216 | $4,531 |
| Talent4Health | $3,975 | $3,975 |
| Niktor | $3,839 | $3,839 |
| ISC Healthcare | $3,834 | $3,834 |
| Mader MedX | $3,806 | $3,806 |
| Bestica | $3,748 | $3,748 |
| Assured Nursing | $3,634 | $3,634 |
| Voca Healthcare | $3,526 | $3,526 |
| Stability Healthcare | $3,504 | $3,504 |
| GetMed Staffing, Inc. | $3,490 | $4,434 |
Last updated on September 27, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Travel Director of Nursing Career Guide
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Go to the guideTop Travel Director of Nursing Jobs
Nursing Director Residential Living
- Miles City, Montana
- Holy Rosary Healthcare
- LRS Healthcare - Travel Nursing and 4 others
UP TO $3,748/wk
Nursing Director - Inpatient Care
- York, Maine
- York Hospital
- Assured Nursing and 2 others
UP TO $3,634/wk
Director of Nursing - Long Term Care
- Newberry, Michigan
- Helen Newberry Joy Hospital and Healthcare Center
- PRN Healthcare and 1 other
UP TO $3,232/wk
Estimated pay packageDirector of Nursing
- Dallastown, Pennsylvania
- Mid-America & SE Region
- Wayward Medical and 4 others
UP TO $2,803/wk
Travel Nurse RN - Director of Nursing
- Des Moines, IA
- Talent4Health
- 5x8 hrs, Days
$3,975/week
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Travel Director of Nursing FAQs
What professional certifications can potentially increase my salary as a Director of Nursing?
Earning your Certified Director of Assisted Living (CDAL), Certified Director of Nursing Administration/Long Term Care (CDONA/LTC) or Director of Nursing Services–Certified (DNS-CT) often increases your salary potential as a director of nursing or makes you eligible for another position with greater responsibilities, which also might include a bump in wages.
Can having a Certified Director of Assisted Living (CDAL) boost my salary as a Director of Nursing?
Yes, having a Certified Director of Assisted Living (CDAL) or any relevant professional certification has the potential to boost your salary as a director of nursing.
Can having a Certified Director of Nursing Administration/Long Term Care (CDAL/LTC) boost my salary as a Director of Nursing?
Yes, having a Certified Director of Nursing Administration/Long Term Care (CDAL/LTC) or any relevant professional certification has the potential to boost your salary as a director of nursing.
Can having a Director of Nursing Services–Certified (DNS-CT) boost my salary as a Director of Nursing?
Yes, having a Director of Nursing Services–Certified (DNS-CT) or any relevant professional certification has the potential to boost your salary as a director of nursing.
Where can I learn more about working as a Travel Director of Nursing?
Take a look at Vivian's Travel Director of Nursing Career Guide for more information, including required education, responsibilities, pros and cons and more.